Mission

Our original charter states that, there shall be a Division on the status of women. There shall be a division on the status of women. It is hereby declared to be the policy of Erie county, New York, to eliminate discrimination in any form that may exist on account of gender; to fully utilize the potential of each citizen, regardless of gender, in order to preserve our democratic way of life; and to provide equal opportunities to all citizens, regardless of gender, in employment, education, health and mental health, housing, senior and social services, and before the law. The director of said division shall be appointed by and shall serve at the pleasure of the commissioner. The division shall:

1. Work to ensure that the women of Erie county participate fully in matters that have an impact on their lives.

2. Develop an information system for services relating to the needs of women, and develop other networks and referral programs as necessary;

3. Investigate and analyze resources and services available for women within county government and programs funded by the county and recommend measures to coordinate, consolidate or expand those resources and services to provided maximum efficiency;

4. Submit an annual report of its activities and recommendations to the county executive and county Legislature.

Priority Areas

Women in Business
      WBNE
      Equal pay Day

Women health and Well Being
      Domestic Violence Awareness

Women in Education